1973 Buick Skylark vs. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 345 kg more than 1973 Buick Skylark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Skylark | 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Skylark | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
